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Dr. Kristen Prendergast, MD

Allentown, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Prendergast, Pediatrician in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Kristen Prendergast, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Prendergast is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prendergast’s office at (610) 402-3888.

    What languages does Dr. Prendergast speak?

    Dr. Prendergast and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Prendergast typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Prendergast diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Prendergast. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Mild Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4531: Mild persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Prendergast typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kristen Prendergast may include:

    Please contact Dr. Prendergast's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Prendergast accept my insurance?

    Dr. Prendergast accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 402-3888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Prendergast accept in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Prendergast in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Risant Health

    • Spectrum

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Prendergast's office located?

    Dr. Kristen Prendergast's Primary Practice

    1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

    Allentown, PA 18103

    (610) 402-3888

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    Dr. Kristen Prendergast's Practice 2

    1337 Blue Valley Dr Ste 7

    Pen Argyl, PA 18072

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    Dr. Kristen Prendergast's Practice 3

    3371 Route 100

    Macungie, PA 18062

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    What is Dr. Prendergast's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Prendergast's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386817260.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prendergast?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prendergast

    What is Dr. Kristen Prendergast's specialty?

    Dr. Prendergast is a Pediatrician near Allentown, PA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Kristen Prendergast affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Prendergast is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kristen Prendergast accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Kristen Prendergast is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristen Prendergast offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Prendergast's office at (610) 402-3888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristen Prendergast?

    Please contact Dr. Prendergast's office at (610) 402-3888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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